Super source
Protein
19.6 g · 39% DV target
A prized cold-water crustacean known for its delicate, sweet white flesh and slender orange shell, langoustine offers a lean, high-protein profile rich in marine-derived essential fats.
Langoustines are a source of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, specifically EPA and DHA, which are well-established for their role in cardiovascular health and are linked to a reduced risk of metabolic liver dysfunction .38
These crustaceans are benthic (bottom-dwelling) scavengers, a lifestyle that makes them notably vulnerable to ingesting microplastics found in seafloor sediments .1
While research has found microplastics in the stomachs and intestines of up to 100% of langoustine samples in some regions, current evidence suggests the actual health risk to humans is likely negligible, as the exposure from seafood is only a small fraction of total daily dietary intake .19
Early research indicates that the retention of microplastics in langoustines may be influenced by the specific morphology (physical structure) of their gut, though the long-term implications for human consumers remain a subject of ongoing study .511
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
19.6 g · 39% DV target
0.44 g · Top 7% of fish & seafood
0.37 g · 148% DV target
1.50 mg · 10% DV target
3.83 mg · 24% DV target
0.90 μg · 38% DV target
Store on ice in the coldest part of the fridge
Best frozen raw and glazed with water to prevent freezer burn
Impact varies significantly between creel-caught (low impact) and bottom-trawled (high impact) methods.
Also known as the Dublin Bay Prawn, this species lives in complex burrow systems on the seabed and was historically considered a nuisance by-catch before becoming a luxury culinary staple.